Colchester United have signed talented attacker Moses Sesay on loan from Championship side Southampton. The 19-year-old has become the U's latest summer signing after completing his first loan switch away from St Mary's and goes straight into their squad for Colchester's home game against Oldham Athletic.
What happened?
Colchester United have signed Southampton's Moses Sesay on loan, adding to their attacking options ahead of their home game against Oldham Athletic. The 19-year-old can play anywhere along the front line and has signed his first professional contract at Southampton until 2028.
Why it matters for Colchester
The signing of Sesay is a boost for Colchester United as they look to improve their attacking options. With the 19-year-old's ability to play anywhere along the front line, he could be a valuable asset for the team.
What comes next?
Colchester United will face Oldham Athletic at home in their next game, and Sesay is expected to be part of the squad. The team will be looking to make a strong start to the season and Sesay's signing could be a key factor in their success.
League standing: 11th in League Two, 1 pts, 0W-1D-0L from 1 games, recent form D. Goals this season: 2 scored, 2 conceded (0 goal difference). Title race: 2 points behind leaders Walsall. Next fixture: vs Gillingham (away, 2027-02-27) (24th in the table).
Colchester boss Danny Cowley said: "We're really pleased to be able to bring Moses in. He's a player who can play in any number of attacking positions. He can play seven, eight, 10, 11. He's a very gifted player with the ball and can really speed up the game. He's got good goal creation and can score goals, as well."
Sesay was given his senior debut last season, coming on for a cameo appearance in Southampton's 3-0 Carabao Cup win over Norwich City. He has featured regularly with the Saints under-21 side alongside former Colchester loanee, Romeo Akachukwu but was not involved in their Carabao Cup game at the U's, earlier this month.
